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The first in a fantastically funny new history series from the acclaimed Tony Robinson, who takes you on a headlong gallop through time, pointing out all the most important, funny, strange, amazing, entertaining, smelly and disgusting bits about the Egyptians! It's history, but not as we know it!

Deep in the frozen peaks of the Winterspine Mountains, an ancient power stirs. The Winter King , The FATMAN or affectionately - known to mortals as Santa Claus - bleeds divinity into the snow as his brother Krampus seeks revenge for centuries of necessary evil. For behind every Christmas gift lies a darker purpose: the harvesting of children's wonder to bind winter's consciousness itself. Jinx Tinsel, a clockwork elf with mechanical augmentations that sync with winter's deepest machinery, uncovers a terrible truth. The holiday traditions that spread joy across the world mask a systematic ...

When the European armies of the Third Crusade were defeated at the Battle of Hattin in 1187 CE, the region of what is today southern Jordan was overrun by Saladin's armies, and over the following five centuries knowledge of Petra's existence was lost to the people of Europe. The ancient city and center of civilization hidden in the desert became a myth, drawn largely upon Biblical accounts of the people and places in the Holy Land.

It’s a monster with sharp claws and pointy fangs. It howls at the moon as it hunts for its next meal. Stories of werewolves have been told all around the world. Is it possible the legends are true?

Discover the power of spiritual poems and self-help affirmations in Awakening Book 8 - Spiritual Poems & Self Help Affirmations for the Spiritual Seeker. Unlock a new level of vibrational experience and tap into your true nature, guiding you towards spiritual growth and abundance. Benefits from reading this book: - Claim your heart's desire in any moment - Awaken into abundance and serve yourself and the world In this book, you will find: - How to tap into your inner truth and disintegrate fear - Poems and affirmations to guide you on your spiritual journey - How to connect with ...

Discover the extraordinary life of Smith Wigglesworth, a man who stepped into the fullness of God’s blessings in his late 40s and spent the remaining 40 years of his life walking in the miraculous. In this powerful book, you’ll be inspired by Wigglesworth’s incredible journey—a life filled with astounding miracles, divine provision, and unwavering faith. But this is more than a biography; it’s a guide to living in the same overflow of blessings that Smith experienced. Through his story, you’ll uncover spiritual insights and biblical principles that will equip you to: - Access ...

Unlock the extraordinary potential of sustainable living with "From Waste to Wonder." Transform your lifestyle and contribute to a cleaner, healthier planet by diving into a world where waste is not just managed but minimized, and every individual action creates a lasting impact. This essential guide offers a comprehensive exploration of waste management, from its historical roots to modern-day challenges, setting the stage for a transformative journey. Discover the foundational principles of zero-waste living and embrace the 5 R’s Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Rot. Learn how these ...

Vampires and werewolves that hunt in the night? A prehistoric sea monster that frightens fishermen? Where did the ideas for these creatures come from? Could some of them be true? Discover tantalizing tidbits about the top 10 mythical creatures of all time.

Trolls have trampled through popular fairy tales for many years. Have you ever wondered what trolls look like, where they hide out, or why they like darkness? Listen to this book to find out the truth about trolls.

Early one morning in 1995, a rancher in Humacao, Puerto Rico, found three of his goats dead. The blood seemed to have been drained from their bodies. As dozens more farm animals were found dead across the island, the fear of the so-called Chupacabra—the "goat sucker"—grew. But was a mysterious cryptid really responsible for all of these deaths? And if so, where would it go next? Follow the trail of the Chupacabra in this exciting new title.

Congratulations, young reader!! You are very fortunate to have stumbled upon a rare book. Yes, a rare one indeed. Be careful as you thumb through the pages and discover the world of the Wandering Wondering William Whesthousen and his Wagon of Wonders. Fantasy and amazement hide behind every corner and beneath every muffin, but do not trust the Dark Jelly, no matter what it tells you. Evil lies with that delicious purple goo, DO NOT BE FOOLED! Heed my warning, don’t talk to platypuses and you will be absolutely fine reading this book. I hope.

Thousands of years ago, a magnificent golden capstone sat atop the Great Pyramid of Giza. It was a source of immense power, capable of bestowing upon its holder absolute global rule for a thousand years....

Here is an invitation to bring happiness and contentment into your life. It is your chance to pause and reflect on all the countless reasons for gratitude that surround you every day. Gratitude leads to contentment whereas taking the good things of life for granted brings an exaggerated sense of entitlement and leads to an endless cycle of discontent. This book is your opportunity to break the cycle of restlessness and enjoy the happiness that is the natural reward of gratitude. Happy days

! Tony Brady

Everything around us is striking evidence that God exists, that he once appeared in human form, spoke to us directly and made us for a specific purpose. Wherever you are in life—whether you’re a person of faith, a skeptic, or something else—this book is an invitation to find and embrace the radiant, resilient, relevant person you were created to be. From three-time Emmy Award winner, bestselling author, and former ABC News science editor Dr. Michael Guillen comes a book of fascinating and inspiring daily essays that explore the astonishing scientific facts about the universe in a new way.

Prepare to immerse yourself in spiritual insights from this book about John Alexander Dowie, a man gifted by God with divine revelations. It delves into the depth of Jesus Christ's redemptive work as reveasled to Dowie. His teachings and ministry brought healing to hundreds of thousands, fueling miracles that continue today. This book marks the beginning of a series dedicated to exploring God's redemptive gifts for believers. The author believes that those who absorb the truths within these pages will experience transformative revelations. These revelations will bring its readers into a ...

For thousands of years, the notion of dragons has struck fear in the hearts of men and women all over the world. The ancient Egyptians believed there was a dragon of darkness that attacked the sun god each day, and in Norway people thought that a dragon gnawed at the roots of the tree that sustained all life on Earth. Around the globe, dragons have been depicted as everything from massive, winged, fire-breathing creatures to beasts sporting a camel’s head, deer’s horns, rabbit’s eyes, and eagle’s claws! Dragons might hoard treasure in caves, or they might be responsible for floods and the death of livestock.

Heard about the lizard that shoots blood from its eyes? Or the ancient Romans who used pee as mouthwash? Did you know that going on a roller coaster can cure kidney stones? In this compendium of obscure facts listeners will be treated to baffling knowledge they would never learn at school. Broken into chapters including geography, space, and history, a team of experts has scoured the world to find the silliest and most pointless facts that it has to offer.

For the truly well-rounded "intellectual," nothing fascinates so much as the subversive, the contrarian, the suppressed, and the bizarre. Richard Zacks has unloosed his admittedly strange mind and astonishing research abilities upon the entire spectrum of human knowledge, ferreting out endlessly fascinating facts, and stories guaranteed to make you laugh, gasp in wonder, and occasionally shudder at the depths of human depravity. The result of his labors is this quasi-encyclopedia that provides alternative takes on art, business, crime, science, medicine, sex (lots of that), and many other facets of human experience.

Settle into your conductor's chair and prepare to embark on a splendid journey through the intricate and delightful world of model trains. "All Aboard the Miniature Rails" is the ultimate companion for those with a penchant for precision and a love for the locomotive. Imagine the satisfaction of unraveling the mysteries of model train scales in a comprehensive guide that escorts you from beginner's curiosity to the finesse of a skilled hobbyist. Delve into the heart of this passion with our detailed exploration of scale and gauge, and weigh the merits of each to select the ideal miniature ...

When a teen runs away from his father's mysterious commune, he sets in motion a domino effect that will connect six characters desperate for hope and love, set across the sun-bleached canvas of Los Angeles. From the acclaimed author of Visitation Street, a visionary portrait of contemporary Los Angeles in all its facets, from the Mojave Desert to the Pacific, from the 110 to Skid Row.